Hdip Computer Science Data analytics and Visualisation

at National University of Ireland Galway

The programme is delivered over a 12-month period. The first two semesters consist primarily of taught modules, which have a high continuous assessment and practical aspect. The first semester focuses on creating a strong foundation in the Computer Science and Statistical techniques, including: Databases, Internet Programming, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics for Data Science, Programming with Python.
 

The second semester focuses on deepening skills and applying them to real-life problems. The content includes Applied Data Analytics using the R programming language and packages, further Statistics for Data Science, Data Visualisation techniques and Business Intelligence theory and applications using widely used commercial tools.
 

A major aspect of the programme is the Industrial Data Analytics Project in which students work on a real-life data analytics and visualisation problem. This work will, where possible, be conducted in conjunction with the work placement company, resulting in the production of the final report and presentation of the project at the end of the work placement. The Work Placement will take place from the end of semester 2 until end August.

Curriculum Information

Year 1 (60 Credits)

• Required CT5160: Industrial Data Analytics Project
• Required CT5161: Introduction to Programming in Python
• Required CT511: Databases
• Required CT870: Internet Programming
• Required CT865: Human Computer Interaction
• Required ST2001: Statistics for Data Science 1
• Required CT5162: Business Intelligence
• Required CT5163: Applied Data Science with R
• Required ST2002: Statistics for Data Science 2
• Required CT5100: Data Visualisation

Undergraduate and mature students can satisfy matriculation registration requirements for NUI Galway by achieving certain grades in the following examinations. 
 

Leaving certificate (for EU and non-EU)

You need a pass in at least six subjects in the Leaving Certificate in accordance with College requirements with:

• Minimum Grade H5 (Higher Level) in two subjects 

• Passes in the remaining four subjects at O6/ H7 
   

You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.
 

All subjects of the Leaving Certificate are accepted for matriculation registration purposes, with the exception of Gaeilge Bonnleibhéal (Irish Foundation Level), Mathematics (Ordinary Alternative/Foundation Level and; Home Economics (General), which is recognised only for St. Angela's College, Sligo.
 

GCE and GSCE
 

You need a pass in at least six subjects in accordance with College requirements with at least:

• GCE Advanced Level: Grade C in two recognised subjects and

• GCSE Level: Grade C in four recognised subjects.
   

You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.

English Language Requirement:

IELTS :- 6.5

TOEFL :- 88

Fees: EU
€6,500 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Non EU
€20,750 p.a. 2022/23
 

The Higher Diploma in Data Analytics responds to a strong and growing demand for graduates with skills in data analysis across all industry sectors. Every industry has seen a huge growth in the amount of data which they generate and collect, which represents a very valuable resource for companies. Demand for workers with specialist data skills like data scientists and data engineers has increased dramatically over the past five years according to recent surveys. Skills Ireland estimates a demand for Big Data/Analytics roles to the tune of up to 62,000 in Ireland by 2020. Roles that will be suitable for graduates of this programme include: 
 

• Data Analysts
• Data Visualisation Specialists
• Data Engineers
• Data Scientists
• Business Analytics Specialist
• Business Intelligence Developer